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Carib Sea Super Natural Moonlight Sand for Aquarium, 5-Pound (2 Pack) Carib Sea Super Natural Moonlight Sand for Aquarium, 5-Pound (2 Pack)

Carib Sea Super Natural Moonlight Sand for Aquarium, 5-Pound (2 Pack)

Carib Sea Super Natural Moonlight Sand for Aquarium, 5-Pound (2 Pack) Carib Sea Super Natural Moonlight Sand for Aquarium, 5-Pound (2 Pack)
$ 19.99

Score By Feature

Based on 423 ratings
Softness
8.78
Value for money
8.50
Easy to clean
8.51

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Product Description

Color contrasts are enhanced by using natural white.
Used in both saltwater and freshwater aquariums because it has a neutral pH.
There were no dyes or paints used in the production of this piece.
Made in the United States of America

Questions & Answers

Is this for fish that live in salt water?

According to the product description, it is suitable for most freshwater environments. Because they specifically stated "freshwater," it appears that it is not suitable for saltwater, but I only have freshwater tanks and therefore have no experience with saltwater.

For a 75 gallon tank, how much sand do I need?

The standard is one pound per gallon.

What is the name of this sand's color?

Off white

Is this a suitable habitat for freshwater clams?

Mine passed away, and I'm not sure if it had anything to do with it.

Selected User Reviews For Carib Sea Super Natural Moonlight Sand for Aquarium, 5-Pound (2 Pack)

Sand that is fine, soft, just right, and completely safe!! Wow, I wish I knew how to include a photo in my review because this stuff is absolutely stunning
5/5

This is the sand to buy if you need very fine sand for aquatic life that is sensitive to sharp edges or is at risk of eating gravel. It has a lovely, natural appearance and is completely secure. It can be used in any aquarium. br>br>I used two bags (from the set of two) for my 10 gallon African dwarf frog tank, and it worked perfectly. It's lovely and simple to keep clean. When cleaning, there is some dust, but it is minimal if done correctly. Also, thanks to the product that came with the sand, there was no cloudiness when I set it up. br>br>I would highly recommend this aquatic sand!! I can assure you that it is well worth the money!.

Aviana Taylor
Aviana Taylor
| Oct 09, 2021
This is stunning!   Excellent sand! The only reason for the negative reviews is that people have no idea how to use it
5/5

You must thoroughly rinse it with a little soap and leave it for three days with the filter on to allow all the particles to settle to the bottom. You'll need to change the sponge for the filter once the water is clear because it will be extremely dirty. And that was the end of it! Beautiful sand with a natural white color that is easy to clean. It appeals to me.

Kaylie Friedman
Kaylie Friedman
| Jan 03, 2021
DON'T EVEN THOUGH IT SEEMS LIKE A GOOD IDEA
3/5

DON'T DO IT DON'T DO IT DON'T DO IT DON'T DO IT DON'T DO IT DON'T DO IT DON'T DO IT DON'T DO IT D Please spare your media, filter, bubbler, aquarium, and yourself the agony of dealing with this sand, which takes an eternity to settle and constantly clogs our media/filter. Our filter is now making a grinding noise and is constantly clogging our bubbler. You swish the water with the tiniest "swish. " This is in my quarantine tank, and it's been cloudy for hours. I'm awaiting the completion of the cycle. After that, it will be removed. Increase the size of the regular substrate. I despise all of this. It's a good thing I didn't put it in my puffer or feeder tanks! It was a waste of money!.

Poppy Richard
Poppy Richard
| Sep 24, 2021
For Those Who Are Offended By The Phrase "Natural White
3/5

" Though the lighting used in the product description may lead you to believe otherwise, this is a standard beige color. It's fantastic. ReeFlowers Natural AquaSand is a little lighter than granulated pure cane sugar, and I wouldn't recommend gambling with random white craft sands and substrate intended specifically for reptiles unless you're looking for something natural that's closer to actual white and is equally unlikely to impact the pH or water hardness of your aquarium. If you don't know what you're doing, don't confuse ReeFlowers Pearl White Sand with Natural AquaSand.

Adriana Pruitt
Adriana Pruitt
| Nov 23, 2021
I'd suggest it
5/5

Yesterday, 4/21/21, I received the product. br>I haven't finished putting up the decorations yet. br>It's still a little hazy and needs to clear up. He, on the other hand, has already fallen in love with it. br>This sand has a very fine grain, which I believe will be ideal for my frog. This species consumes food by shoveling it into their mouths with their "hands. " Gravel, rocks, and glass pebbles/discs are all dangerous. Because this sand is so soft and fine, swallowing it should not cause any obstruction or danger. I purchased the two-bag deal for a total of ten pounds; he's in a 15 gallon low-profile tank, so one more bag should suffice. I don't want to put too much in there. I'm not sure if I want to clean it yet, so I can't give it a rating.

Neil BARLOW
Neil BARLOW
| Oct 29, 2021
IN SALTWATER TANKS, DO NOT USE
3/5

At first, I was mesmerized by the beauty of the sand. For the past five years, I've been keeping reef tanks. The sand in the tank was lovely after I set up my new 20g cube. Before stocking, I did a full, slow cycle rather than a quick start to ensure proper bacteria colonies were established. It was finally time to move the livestock after six weeks. They were unhappy when I put them in the tank, but I attributed it to the stress of the tank relocation. After four days, everything appeared to be on the verge of dying. Clownfish on the bottom, not swimming, life scarce, but perimeters were near-perfect. I began researching, and Caribsea recalled this sand more than two years ago due to the associated high livestock mortality rate. Heavy metals leeched out of this sand, according to every thread I read, completely wiped out and killed their tanks within a week of using it. It may be fine for freshwater tanks, but please, for the love of God, do not use this sand in a reef tank if you care about your reef fish. The clownfish have been doing well since returning to their old tank; They only returned after a few days. Boba the Shrimp, on the other hand, had a less fortunate fate. RIP.

Willow McConnell
Willow McConnell
| Feb 10, 2021
It looks fantastic! I really like the sand, and I followed the instructions to the letter, so there was very little clouding
5/5

Seachem added flourish tabs to it after mixing it with fluorite. In my planted tank, I'm hoping it will work well together. When my tank is no longer stained by the driftwood leeching, I'll post an updated photo.

Phoenix Blackwell
Phoenix Blackwell
| Dec 23, 2020
PISSED
3/5

I ordered 8 more bags of white sand, which should have been included in my first order (hitorder again)! I'm furious because after putting it in my fish tank, it completely discolored the white sand and replaced it with brownish sand. UGH, UGH.

Nala Schmidt
Nala Schmidt
| Aug 30, 2021

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